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climateMay 25, 2026Devdiscourse

Poor Communities in Latin America Face Highest Exposure to Climate Threats: World Bank

A World Bank study finds that poor communities across Latin America are far more exposed to climate hazards such as droughts, floods, landslides, hurricanes, and heatwaves than wealthier populations. The research identifies major climate-poverty hotspots in regions like northeastern Brazil, the Amazon basin, and parts of Mexico, warning that climate change is rapidly deepening inequality across the continent.

climateMay 25, 2026Devdiscourse

Climate Goals Can Drive Growth Only With Strong Governance, Says World Bank

A new World Bank report warns that many countries are creating ambitious long-term climate strategies but failing to integrate them into real government systems, budgets, and investment planning. The report argues that climate action can drive economic growth, jobs, and resilience only if climate goals are embedded in national governance, finance, and development policies.

technologyMay 25, 2026Devdiscourse

Renewable Energy and Digital Infrastructure Fuel the Global Cloud Computing Race

A World Bank study says cloud computing is becoming a global commodity where countries compete through cheap energy, strong digital infrastructure, skilled labor, and stable regulations rather than technology alone. The report highlights how renewable energy, data policies, and geopolitical stability are reshaping the global race to become future cloud and AI infrastructure hubs.

healthMay 25, 2026World Health Organization (WHO)

High-level meeting reaffirms shared commitment to strengthen cross-border collaboration and accelerate elimination of malaria and neglected tropical diseases

A high-level meeting convened on 20 May on the margins of the Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly brought together global and regional leaders, Member States, donors, partners and technical experts to accelerate progress towards the elimination of malaria and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).

worldMay 25, 2026Daily Excelsior

Was never in the race: Idris Elba dismisses 'James Bond' casting

LOS ANGELES, May 25: Hollywood actor Idris Elba has cleared the rumours claiming he was considered for the role of the next James Bond and said he was never in the race. “Honestly not in the race ever…My name’s not getting thrown out, no way,” he told entertainment news magazine People in the interview. “They’re going younger. And I wish them all the luck of the world. I can’t wait – it’s going to be amazing,” he added. Earlier this

worldMay 25, 2026The Manila Times

XCMG Hoisting Machinery Unveils Intelligent Electric Crane Technology, Setting New Global Standards for Lifting

XUZHOU, China, May 25, 2026 From May 18 to 22, 2026, XCMG hosted its eighth International Customer Festival, featuring an overseas crane sub-venue under the theme 'Green Intelligence for a Better World.' The event presented more than 20 flagship crane models spanning wheeled and crawler crane series, headlined by the debut of the company's unmanned crane technology. The sub-venue highlighted the full strength of China's intelligent heavy equipment industry and pointed to emerging trends in global lifting technology.

climateMay 25, 2026Times of India

​10 rare animals found in the Amazon River basin​

On Earth, there are a handful of places that can truly be called “one of a kind.” The Amazon rainforest is one of those truly magical places. The Amazon River basin is like a real-life treasure chest for wildlife with a sprawling web of rivers, forests, and wetlands across nine countries. Scientists estimate that the Amazon is home to nearly 10% of all known species in the world, many of which are found nowhere else. Dive in deep enough, and you stumble on animals so strange they border on mythical.According to the World Wildlife Fund, from pink freshwater dolphins and electric fish capable of delivering powerful shocks to tiny monkeys small enough to fit in a human hand, the Amazon basin continues to fascinate researchers, conservationists, and wildlife lovers alike. Even now, scientists are finding new species in the Amazon almost every year, with over 2,000 discoveries between 1999 and 2015 alone. Still, the future is shaky. The Amazon River itself, which is the second-longest river in the world after the Nile, acts as the heart of this extraordinary ecosystem. It's flooded forests, wetlands, and tributaries support thousands of rare and highly specialised animals that have evolved over millions of years. However, deforestation, mining, agriculture, and climate change are all shrinking habitats and threatening local communities. Saving the Amazon isn’t just about preserving rare animals; it's vital for keeping the planet’s climate in check and protecting Indigenous people who call it home.Here are 10 of the rarest, most intriguing animals you’ll find in the Amazon, and why their survival matters.

healthMay 25, 2026World Health Organization (WHO)

How integrating tradition and self-care has strengthened public health in the Americas

On 13 May 2026, a regional dialogue for the Americas titled, Innovative Experiences to Strengthen Health and Self-Care through Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine, was hosted by EsSalud, the government agency responsible for social security and health care in Peru.The event brought together representatives from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), WHO collaborating centres, the health sector and academia.

worldMay 25, 2026Bangkok Post

Swimmer Gkolomeev 'breaks' record at drug-fueled Enhanced Games

LAS VEGAS - Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev was the only athlete to "beat" a world record at the Enhanced Games in Las Vegas on Sunday, winning the men's 50m freestyle at the divisive event where competitors were allowed to take performance-enhancing substances that have sparked health concerns.

technologyMay 25, 2026The Indian Express

Inside the British lab hunting for dangers lurking in AI

A mix of weapons inspectors, public health researchers and code breakers, the AI Security Institute is one of the world’s largest and best-funded government efforts dedicated to probing potentially catastrophic risks of AI. The institute’s roughly 100 employees, drawn from British intelligence agencies, academia and tech companies, have found major safety gaps in every leading

healthMay 25, 2026Times of India

“People fear the inhaler more than asthma”: The dangerous myths doctors want patients to stop believing

An asthma attack can begin quietly. A little tightness in the chest. Breathlessness while climbing stairs. A cough that lingers longer than expected. But for many people, the real struggle starts much later, when the doctor prescribes an inhaler.Across India, inhalers are still treated with suspicion. Some patients hide them inside bags. Others stop using them the moment they feel better. Many refuse them altogether because someone in the family once said, “Once you start using inhalers, you can never stop.”That fear continues to cost patients their health.According to the Global Asthma Report, India carries one of the highest asthma burdens in the world, yet daily controller therapy remains underused among patients who need it most. Dr Mihir Gangakhedkar, Consultant - Pulmonology at Fortis Hospital Mulund, says the problem is not just medical, but deeply social.“There still exists a significant gap between evidence-based care and the patient when it comes to managing asthma, resulting from a combination of stigma, lack of resources and myths associated with inhaler use.”And while science has repeatedly proven the benefits of inhaled therapy, myths continue to travel faster than facts.

worldMay 25, 2026Devdiscourse

UPDATE 2-Oil slips 6% as US, Iran seen moving closer to peace deal

"The longer the crisis stretches, the more debatable it becomes whether world leaders genuinely ⁠want ​a quick end to disruptions," said Phillip Nova analyst Priyanka Sachdeva. U.S. energy firms responded to higher local energy prices by adding oil and natural gas rigs for the fifth week in a row, for the first time since February 2025.

worldMay 25, 2026Bangkok Post

Drug-fueled Enhanced Games falling short of world marks

LAS VEGAS - Juiced-up athletes narrowly failed to "beat" world records in early contests at the first-ever Enhanced Games on Sunday in Las Vegas, despite using performance-enhancing drugs that have sparked health concerns.

moneyMay 25, 2026Devdiscourse

GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks rise sharply, oil and dollar slip on Middle East peace hopes

Stocks surged on ‌Monday while ​the U.S. dollar and oil prices slid as the prospect of a deal to end the Iran war buoyed risk appetite although a lack of clarity over when the Strait of Hormuz would open kept enthusiasm in check. The nearly three-month-long conflict in the Middle East has driven energy prices sharply higher ‌and reshaped the global rates outlook, as inflation concerns intensify following Tehran's effective shutdown of the key strait through which a significant share of the world's energy flows.

sportsMay 25, 2026The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup to face newest opponent: Brutal heat and violent storms

Heat, humidity and thunderstorms are synonymous with summer in many North American regions -- and in a few weeks they could also threaten the 2026 World Cup. They urged FIFA to update its World Cup heat-stress framework, a measure they insisted be coupled with "consistent climate action."

worldMay 25, 2026Times of India

10 baby boy names that mean successful

Every parent dreams of seeing their child grow into a confident, happy and successful person. That is why many families look for baby names with powerful and inspiring meanings. Names associated with success, achievement, victory and prosperity carry a positive energy and can become a lifelong source of motivation. From timeless classics to modern favourites, here are 10 baby boy names from around the world that beautifully symbolize success and accomplishment.